Biography: Marco Polo
Subjects:
History, Social Studies
Grade Levels:
3-5, 6-8, 9-12
Source: Biography Classroom
Retraces the path of the great adventurer and reveals what is known of his private life. Leading historians and historic re-enactments bring Marco Polo's fabled journeys to life. This episode of Biography also explores his capture by Genoan forces.
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60-minute runtime; two-year copyright clearance.
June 1 at 7:00am ET/PT
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